Premier International School to Represent Nigeria at 2025 Britannia Cup

Premier International School, Abuja, is set to return to the annual Britannia International Cup Football Tournament in the United Kingdom (UK) as Nigeria’s representative in the youth tournament in July 2025.

Under the guidance of their former coach, Koeola Benson, the school stunned teams worldwide by finishing second in the U-13 category, narrowly losing 2-1 in the final.

Now, the Abuja-based school is ready to fly Nigeria’s flag once again at one of the UK’s premier youth football tournaments.

Head of School, Charles Husseini, confirmed that the team is poised for a triumphant return.

He noted that Premier International School’s decision to participate in the Britannia Cup 2025 was influenced by several key factors, including their rich experience, consistency, and organisational excellence in previous editions. Proven success, quality of competition, and a strong tradition of excellence make the Britannia Cup an attractive platform for showcasing talent and building on past achievements.

Husseini added, “Returning to a competition with a history of strong organisation and quality competition is appealing to us. It offers an established platform for showcasing talent and building on previous achievements. These factors combined make the Britannia Cup an ideal competition for Premier International School, aligning with our commitment to quality, excellence, and the development of our students through meaningful and challenging competition.”

Regarding the team’s preparedness, Husseini highlighted Premier International School’s recent dominant performances in various prestigious competitions.

“The school’s football team is undoubtedly well-prepared to compete on the international stage at the Britannia Cup in 2025. Their impressive run in competitions like the Loyola Jesuit Cup 2024, where they reached the final by defeating the host team, Loyola Jesuit, demonstrates their ability to perform under pressure against top-tier teams. “Reaching the final in their debut appearance showcases their resilience, skill, and tactical maturity—essential traits for competing at an international level,” he said.

Husseini also emphasised the impact of the Britannia Cup on the school.

“Premier International School’s past participation in the Britannia Cup has brought invaluable gains in terms of improved performance, exposure to diverse competition, personal development for students, and enhancement of the school’s reputation. These experiences continue to contribute to our growth and success in future sporting endeavors.”

He lauded the management of Dynaspro Limited for identifying the school as a key partner in exposing students to international competition, further solidifying Premier International School’s commitment to excellence and development through sports.